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Published March 6, 2015

Albuquerque waitress threatened with knife for not serving pie

Recently Albuquerque Waffle House customer Ali Freeman pulled a knife out and threatened a waitress after she told him the pie he wanted after breakfast was still frozen and unavailable. When the police showed up to arrest Freeman for assault with a deadly weapon, he attacked one of the officers. Sure, sometimes servers can’t give […]

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America’s Top Favorite Quick Service Restaurants Revealed!

Market Force Information recently released the results of a nationwide survey that polled almost 13,000 consumers, asking them about their experience at quick service restaurants in four categories: sandwiches, chicken, Mexican, and pizza.

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Restaurant operators are optimistic over industry growth

The National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index has been holding steady above 100 for 23 straight months as of January due to higher same-store sales and traffic, which has the industry optimistic for the future. Over 50 percent of restaurants have made capital expenditures for remodeling, expansion, and equipment over the last three months, and […]

Published March 5, 2015

Jump on the technology train!

Restaurants have been somewhat slow in adapting to quickly changing technology, but that’s starting to change. Mobile technology is promoting efficiency and helping to link customers with food service brands, so restaurants taking advantage of this technology are seeing big benefits. Smartphones allow customers to order and pay for food, creating faster table turns. Happy […]

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Ditch Styrofoam for new Karat recyclable food containers!

Polystyrene is being phased out and banned in many cities across the country, and that has food service businesses looking for alternative food packaging. Savvy consumers are looking for sustainable products that won’t impact the environment, and U.S.-based Karat is stepping up to the plate.

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These are the most allergy-friendly restaurant chains in the U.S.

Recently AllergyEats released its annual list of the Most Allergy-Friendly Restaurant Chains in the United States. The results are based on feedback given by the food allergy community, and the ratings reveal which restaurants are the most accommodating to diners with food allergies. Large chains recognized as excellent allergy-friendly options include Chipotle, P.F. Chang’s, Red […]

Published March 4, 2015

So you want to date a bartender

Bartenders are creative, interesting people – it could really be part of the job description. If you’re looking to date a bartender, this article from Shiftgig can give you a little perspective on what to expect from the relationship. First of all, they’re bound to know a lot more about alcohol than you do, so […]

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Dessert drinks offer new ways to cater to consumer demands

If you want to entice adventurous Millennials to your bar and restaurant, the key might be in the beverages you serve – specifically those meant for the dessert menu. New tastes and flavor combinations are big trends this year, and some businesses are using this to their advantage.

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Know your apps!

There are a LOT of apps on the market today, and quite a few of them have food service businesses in mind. This list of five apps featured at Restaurant Hospitality features some programs that can help industry professionals, as well as others used by customers. Being aware of these apps and how they’re used […]

Published March 3, 2015

Jersey Mike’s launches their “Month of Giving” charity campaign

Jersey Mike’s Subs has launched its annual March “Month of Giving” campaign to raise funds for over 120 local charities. Last March the fast casual sub chain raised $2.1 million, which was donated to a variety of hospitals, food banks, youth organizations, and other worthy charities. March 25 is Jersey Mike’s official “Day of Giving” […]

Monthly Archives: March 2015

Published March 6, 2015

Albuquerque waitress threatened with knife for not serving pie

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America’s Top Favorite Quick Service Restaurants Revealed!

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Restaurant operators are optimistic over industry growth

Published March 5, 2015

Jump on the technology train!

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Ditch Styrofoam for new Karat recyclable food containers!

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These are the most allergy-friendly restaurant chains in the U.S.

Published March 4, 2015

So you want to date a bartender

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Dessert drinks offer new ways to cater to consumer demands

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Know your apps!

Published March 3, 2015

Jersey Mike’s launches their “Month of Giving” charity campaign

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